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There’s plenty of joy that comes with seasonal decorating, from the first pumpkin on the porch to the fall wreath on the door to the tablecloth that makes the dining room ready for holiday dinners. We’re always excited to get started, but there’s one tiny problem with all that festive enthusiasm: So much decor has an alarmingly short shelf life. Before Halloween arrives, we decorate, and then a few weeks later, we’re already supposed to be taking everything down and starting over for Thanksgiving.

A gourd motif, though, can play the long game. Walmart’s $9 Ayprnig Fall Pumpkin Door Mat is a fall find you can put out in September and leave right where it is through November, so you get months of seasonal charm without having to redecorate your doorstep every time the calendar flips. It’s an especially easy way to start bringing in those warm autumn touches early, when you’re ready for pumpkins but not quite ready to go full Halloween.

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This doormat’s natural brown surface features the classic entryway word, “Welcome,” written in a swirly black script font. Cleverly, the “o”  in the word has been swapped out, and in its place sits a plump orange pumpkin. Darker orange shading on the body gives the illustration dimension, building out those classic curves, while a curly, leafy green vine extends from the thick brown stem. 

The coir construction is practical for any entryway, too. Coarse, weather-resistant natural fibers help brush dirt and debris from shoes as guests come inside, while a skid-resistant backing helps hold the mat in place underfoot to avoid accidents. And when leaves, grass, or dirt begin collecting on the surface, you can simply shake it out or lightly vacuum it rather than having to wash the entire mat.

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At nearly 16 by 24 inches, this mat is sized to sit neatly in front of a standard exterior door without taking over a smaller porch or stoop. The manufacturer recommends placing it in a sheltered or covered entryway, making it a natural fit beneath a covered front porch, apartment hallway, mudroom entrance, or protected back door. Shipping is just $1.49, with delivery expected between Sept. 9 and 16, so you can have the doormat in time to kick off your fall decorating.

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Consider your September-through-November porch decor sorted. Shop the $9 Ayprnig Fall Pumpkin Door Mat at Walmart now!

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Garbage, the ‘90s rock band fronted by Shirley Manson, paid tribute to country music legend Dolly Parton following her death.

As Parton’s family, fans, fellow musicians and members of the entertainment industry mourn the passing of the award-winning icon, the band known for hits like “Stupid Girl” and “Only Happy When It Rains” delivered an emotional message in honor of Parton.

Calling the “9 to 5” hitmaker’s death “devastating news,” the band honored her legacy by calling the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee the “Queen of light.”

“A one of one. A once in a lifetime. A sparkling rhinestone for all eternity. A true gift to humanity and the very best of us. Rest in peace, sweet Dolly. Thank you for sharing your power, wisdom and spectacular song with us all. We will always love you,” the caption reads, along with a black-and-white photo of the singer-songwriter.

The comment section echoed Garbage’s sentiments about the Tennessee native, filling the post with touching messages.

“Perfectly said, a literal angel on earth,” a commenter said.

Some shared personal stories with the late musician while others reflected on how her music, philanthropic work and advocacy made a lasting impact on their lives.

“She was a real one. She helped our Tennessee community SO MUCH (and so many others). What a huge loss for the world. I hope she is resting easy & with her love now,” one wrote.

“i have never been a fan of country music, per se, but have always adored Dolly Parton, both her music and her spirit. She was an OG activist, philanthropist, and entertainer. You will never be forgotten,” a fan remarked.

“Not sure I know of anyone else so universally loved. To anyone with huge wealth and fame, she was exactly how to be. Buying books for millions of children instead of trying to be a billionaire. What a beautiful entity she was,” another added.

Apart from Garbage, fellow rock stars and icons like Mick Jagger, Gene Simmons, Jack White and more paid tribute to Parton.

The “Jolene” hitmaker passed away on Aug. 25 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 80.

Parton’s representatives confirmed to People that she died following a brief battle with cancer and was in the company of her loved ones.

“After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.”

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Actor Tim Curry has died at the age of 80, TMZ reports.

The actor died on Tuesday, Aug. 25, with the outlet further reporting that “there is no foul play suspected in the case.” Police responded to his house at 11:23 PM on Tuesday.

No cause of death has been released at the time of publishing.

Curry has been dealing with health issues for more than a decade, having suffered a near-fatal stroke in 2012. He has been using a wheelchair ever since the stroke.

“I still can’t walk, which is why I’m in this silly chair, and that’s very limiting. So I won’t be singing, and I won’t be dancing very soon. I still have real problems with my left leg,” he said at a 50th anniversary screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at L.A.’s Academy Museum in September 2025. 

“I was having a massage at the time and I didn’t even actually notice anything, but the guy who was doing the massage said, ‘I’m worried about you, I want to call an ambulance.’ And he did, and I said, ‘That’s so silly,’” he added. 

Curry is known for his many incredible roles throughout his five-decade career, but arguably his most famous is The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also appeared in Clue, It, Annie, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, The Hunt for Red October, Muppet Treasure Island, Addams Family Reunion, and Scary Movie 2.

Specifically in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Curry played Dr. Frank-N-Furter, and jointed the cast for a made-for-TV remake of the iconic film in 2015.

He told PEOPLE that he was “coming back to the project, which I hold very dear. It’s very exciting. It will be very interesting because it’s very close to me.”

This story is breaking and will continue to be updated.

When it comes to celebrities most recognizable for their specific style, no one tops Dolly Parton. Ever since she burst onto the country music scene in the ’60s, she has had a specific look, and over the years, she carefully and doggedly maintained it. But where she got inspiration for her iconic look may surprise some of her fans.

“The woman that I was most impressed with when I was a little girl was the town tramp,” Parton admitted to 60 Minutes in 2009. “But I didn’t know what that meant. This woman had the yellow peroxide hair, she had the red nails, the red lipstick, the beautiful eyes, the high heels, short skirt, and I thought she was the prettiest thing I’d ever seen.”

Despite learning what the word “tramp” meant, she had already decided that was the look the Dollywood creator wanted. By the time she was 15, she began bleaching her own naturally blond hair, once explaining to 60 Minutes Australia that her own dirty dishwater blond hair “wasn’t radiant enough” for her.

“Whoever I was with would say, ‘Oh, she ain’t nothing but trash,'” she told Morley Safer. “And I’d make the joke, and I’d say, ‘Well, that’s what I’m going to be when I grow up.’ Meaning, that’s how I want to look.”

“I certainly got hit on a lot, and a lot of men thought I was as silly as I looked, I guess,” the “9 to 5” singer continued. “I look like a woman, but I think like a man, and in this world of business that has helped me a lot. Because by the time they think that I don’t know what’s going on, I’ve done got the money and gone.”

Parton often spoke candidly about using that glamorous, “silly” image to her advantage in business. While people underestimated her, she quietly built one of the most successful and enduring careers in entertainment.

Parton died Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, surrounded by loved ones, following a brief battle with cancer. She was 80. Her family shared the news in a statement that read, in part, that she leaves behind “a rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see.” Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, also confirmed her death in a video posted to her social media accounts.

In the hours since, tributes have poured in from across the music world and beyond, a testament to how deeply her warmth, wit, and down-to-earth generosity resonated with people everywhere. Fans have gathered at her star on Nashville’s Music City Walk of Fame, and buildings around the city have turned pink in her honor.

Tim Curry has died.

The beloved actor, best known for his roles in Congo, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Clue, died on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at his home in Los Angeles, according to TMZ. He was 80 years old.

Curry’s last Instagram post was uploaded to his account on Aug. 13 and it informed his fans that his memoir was on sale at Barnes & Noble.

“It’s time for Barnes & Noble Book Haul and fans in the US can buy Tim’s memoir ‘Vagabond’ for HALF PRICE between the 13th of August and 1st of September!” the caption read. “Well. How nice.”

At the time, it was simply a cheerful update from Curry—or his social media team. The comments section is filled with messages from fans praising the memoir, which was released in October 2025.

“I loved this book! So much more to the amazing Tim Curry than you could ever imagine. And the fact that he did not dish the dirt on his private life made me have that much more respect for him,” one person wrote.

“Loved the book! Thank you for letting us into your fantastic life! I was lucky enough to see Rocky Horror in London I think it was about 100 years ago but it was great. That was my first experience since then I can’t even count. My daughter and I love to find showings. She makes her friends go too,” someone else said.

“The book is a 10/10 and Tim is a 20/10. Hearing his clever, incredible story in his own voice is an absolute treat,” a third comment read.

Following news of his death, however, the post takes on a different meaning.

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Hours after news broke of Dolly Parton’s death, Kesha took the stage in Pittsburgh with a tribute that was far more personal than a simple cover.

During her Aug. 25 concert at the Pavilion at Star Lake, Kesha, 39, performed Parton’s “Old Flames (Can’t Hold a Candle to You),” telling the crowd that she wanted to honor the country music legend through a song that has been part of her own family story for decades.

The connection goes back to Kesha’s mother, songwriter Pebe Sebert, who co-wrote “Old Flames” with Hugh Moffatt. The song was first recorded by Joe Sun in 1978 before Parton released her version in 1980. Parton’s recording became a No. 1 country hit.

But the song meant much more to Kesha than a hit from her mother’s songwriting catalog.

While introducing the song, Kesha explained that her mother’s songwriting success helped provide for their family when she was growing up.

She told the audience that the song “bought us a house” and helped put her through school.

Years later, the story came full circle when Parton joined Kesha for a new recording of “Old Flames” on Kesha’s 2017 album Rainbow.

That collaboration was particularly meaningful because Kesha was going through a difficult period at the time, including her highly publicized legal battle with producer Dr. Luke. Kesha later described Parton’s support as deeply empowering.

At Tuesday’s concert, Kesha remembered Parton as more than a musical hero.

“We literally lost an angel,” she told the crowd, adding that Parton would continue to live through her art, kindness and love.

Kesha then sang the song her mother had written for Parton nearly 50 years earlier.

Parton died Aug. 25 at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer.

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Beloved actor Tim Curry — perhaps best known for his role in The Rocky Horror Picture Show — died at the age of 80 on Tuesday, August 25.

According to TMZ, “there is no foul play suspected in the case” and Curry had been dealing with health issues for more than a decade.

The Pirates of Penzance star suffered a major stroke in July 2012 while getting a massage that left him with limited mobility, speech struggles, and without use of his left arm.

“I still can’t walk, which is why I’m in this silly chair, and that’s very limiting. So I won’t be singing and I won’t be dancing very soon. I still have real problems with my left leg,” he told the audience during a September 2025 special screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in honor of the horror-musical’s 50th anniversary at L.A.’s Academy Museum, per The Hollywood Reporter.

It was later discovered that Curry had an aneurysm in his abdomen, according to The Guardian.

“They really take incredibly good care of me and make me laugh,” he said of his caregivers in an October 2025 interview. “I can’t remember a f–king thing. I’m not sure that I could do theatre again.”

He later revealed that he had brain surgery after discovering two blood clots in his brain that led to a month-long hospital stay.

“I was in the hospital for a while. I think about a month,” he said during an appearance on CBS Sunday Morning. “And I had a certain amount of rehabilitation. I had to learn how to speak again. That was very weird.”

He added, “I hated not being able to speak because I speak a lot. I have to be told to shut up a lot. I love words. I love to communicate.”

Less than one year before his death, Curry told The Guardian when asked whether he worries about having another stroke, “I probably should. It could happen any time. I wouldn’t want to go through it again. Because it just makes you so f–king vulnerable.”

Dolly Parton‘s legacy is being remembered everywhere, including across the pond.

One day after it was announced that music legend Dolly Parton had died, King Charles’ Band of the Coldstream Guards paid tribute to the late singer by playing a special rendition of “9 to 5” outside of Buckingham Palace during the daily Changing of the Guard ceremony on Wednesday.

“Remembering the late, great Dolly, who brought joy, comfort and inspiration to so many – including the millions of children given free books through her Imagination Library,” a caption on the video shared to the royal family’s Instagram account read. “We will always ❤️ you.”

Parton, who shared her passion for literacy with Queen Camilla, was also remembered in a special post by The Queen’s Reading Room, her book club and literacy charity, nodding to the singer’s Imagination Library.

“By putting so many books into the hands of so many children, she gave the most precious of gifts: the chance to millions of young minds of opening the door to imagination, possibility and a lifelong love of reading,” the statement read. “Thank you, Dolly!”

Parton, who died at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer, regularly performed in London and the United Kingdom throughout her career and spoke fondly of meeting Queen Elizabeth II decades ago.

In a 2023 interview with Insider, the “Jolene” singer recalled when she performed at the Queen’s Silver Jubilee in 1977 in Glasgow, Scotland, and shared a story about how the monarch put her at ease despite her being nervous.

“I was scared to death that I was not going to know how to curtsy, that I wasn’t going to bend right, but she was just very warm, very sweet, and I could tell she was a very giving person,” she added. “And just meeting the Queen of England, just to meet a queen, it was amazing.” 

Related: Dolly Parton Through the Years: A Look Back in Photos

Parton’s nephew, Brian Seaver, confirmed the news of her passing in an Instagram video shared to her account on Tuesday.

“It is an honor, an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness. But sadness lies with us, not with Dolly,” he said, in part. “Dolly has lived in the light and is in the arms of Jesus, surely met by Carl, her parents, and countless others who have watched her and longed to meet her in the heavens.”

Parton’s funeral service, at her request, will be a small and private ceremony.

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Next Gen NYC star Ava Dash recently confirmed that she and Summer House OG Kyle Cooke are having fun together—but they’re not really dating.

Rumors that the Bravolebs were dating started earlier this summer after they were spotted holding hands. Some fans also reported seeing the pair kissing at the Palm Tree Music Festival in the Hamptons.

Both Ava and Kyle have denied that they’re dating, and Ava recently reiterated that she’s single on the More Life with Carl Radke podcast.

Host and Summer House star Carl Radke asked Ava about the rumors involving his best friend, Kyle, saying, “There’s been a lot of rumors out there, and I just have to ask. My dear best friend, Kyle Cooke, can you give us any? I know the truth…you guys have been friendly, it’s flirty, and just fun. It’s chill.”

Ava confirmed Carl’s characterization of their relationship, agreeing that she and Kyle have been flirty and “chill.” She also explained that she’s embracing being single for the first time as an adult in New York City. Ava and Carl also teased that she might make an appearance on the next season of Summer House.

“I’ve never been single in New York City as an adult until the past couple months, so I’m like truly just like vibing, having fun,” she said.

After confirming that she’s single, Ava said she doesn’t have a timeline for when she wants to “settle down,” explaining that she’s not a “timeline girl.”

“I think what’s meant to happen will happen. I think, I don’t think I’ll be like an old mom,” Ava said. “I think I’d be like a young hot MILF, so maybe that’ll happen soon. But I think yeah would be cool if that happened before I was 30, like finding someone and getting married or whatever.”

Ava also opened up about what she’s looking for in a relationship. “I need a man that’s not jealous of me. I want to be the flower,” she said, adding that she’s currently happy being independent.

“Independence has always been something I really wanted and prioritized even as a kid, and so like I think my younger self would see me today and just be like, damn, she’s killing it like that’s what we wanted,” Ava said.

Long before Donny Osmond had millions of teenagers swooning in the 1970s, Carole King wrote the very song that would define his early solo career.

“Go Away Little Girl” was written in 1963 by King alongside her songwriting partner and husband, Gerry Goffin. The track was initially an immediate AM radio hit for Steve Lawrence. But when 13-year-old Osmond put his own tender spin on it eight years later, he proved just how timeless a truly great love song can be.

By the time Osmond stepped into the recording studio to tackle the song, it was already a piece of pop history. But the 13-year-old heartthrob brought his own innocent, soulful charm to the track, and earned his first big hit.

The record was a fixture of 1970s AM Radio, and sent thousands of young girls to the record stores. That excitement helped to push the tune to the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 1971.

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The song officially cemented Osmond as one of the defining voices of ’70s teen pop culture. The song was so popular that it even bumped an ex-Beatle out of the top spot on the charts.

In a 2018 Facebook post, Osmond wrote, “‘Go Away Little Girl’ became my first #1 hit single. It bumped Paul McCartney‘s ‘Uncle Albert’ out of the No. 1 slot and stayed at the top for 3 weeks. Watching this video brings back so many memories. As a 13-year-old, singing to crowds like this was simultaneously thrilling and intimidating.”

He shared the same clip via Instagram, writing, “Hard to believe this young man singing ‘Go Away Little Girl’ was me. Feels like a lifetime ago, but the memories are still just as sweet.”

Osmond’s version of “Go Away Little Girl” made it the first song to top the Billboard charts by two different artists. The song captured a rare piece of pop history that managed to capture its popularity across two entirely different decades.

Ironically, the only other song that went to No. 1 with different artists was also penned by King and Goffin. That was “The Loco-Motion” by Little Eva (1962), and Grand Funk Railroad in 1974.

Whether you fell in love with it on the radio in 1963 or swooned over it in 1971, “Go Away Little Girl” remains a glowing reminder of pop music at its finest. Gerry Goffin and Carole King wrote a song so timeless, and Donny Osmond delivered it with such pure charm, that its magic still hasn’t faded one bit, 55 years later.

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Anyone who has stayed in a long marriage knows the plain truth: the good ones take work, and plenty of it. That is the honesty Leslie Mann offered when asked how she and Judd Apatow have lasted nearly three decades, and it struck a nerve with fans who are worn out on picture-perfect love stories.

Speaking on the Aug. 20 episode of Kylie Kelce‘s Not Gonna Lie podcast, Mann, 54, did not try to be polished or measured. When Kelce noted that she and Apatow are approaching their 30th anniversary and asked whether the years had flown by, Mann answered plainly that they had not. Pressed on how the marriage has endured, she said the secret is “just accepting how hard it is, and not trying to fool yourself.”

She did not soften the difficulty, telling Kelce that “it’s so hard”. Mann went further on the subject of comparison, saying she avoids measuring her marriage against anyone else’s, because couples who describe flawless relationships or insist they never argue tend to leave her uneasy rather than inspired. To her, that kind of talk seems like a warning sign, not a goal, since it looks nothing like the marriage she actually lives in day to day. It is a strikingly ordinary admission from one half of a couple that has spent almost 30 years working side by side.

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The affection underneath was just as clear. Asked what still connects them, Mann said the pair “find each other entertaining and funny sometimes”, and described Apatow as her best friend and the person she tells everything, while joking that he may not tell her quite as much. The two met in 1995 while she was auditioning for The Cable Guy, where Apatow reportedly told Ben Stiller that there went the future Mrs. Apatow. They married in 1997 and have built films together for most of their careers, from The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up to This Is 40, frequently casting their daughters, Euphoria star Maude, 28, and Iris, 23.

Mann, who was doing press for the comedy Spa Weekend, called the marriage the biggest lesson of her life and said she is still learning from it. She has spoken about finally making room for self-care as her daughters have grown, and she kept the tone light on the podcast, joking that leaving now, after almost three decades, would only waste the effort already spent.

The exchange traveled fast across outlets including TODAY, E! News and InStyle because it so different from the polished couple content that fills most feeds. She and Apatow will mark 30 years of marriage in 2027.

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While many people consider January 1st to be the best time to begin healthier habits, I always feel a burst of inspiration at the beginning of fall. That “back-to-school” energy always gets me excited to start fresh and try to get back on track with some semblance of a routine. Exercise is a critical component of what I’m trying to incorporate into my day-to-day, and I’ve been perusing the good old internet to find some new sneakers that offer support while still looking cute, too. So, when I stumbled across this stylish pair of Skechers on Costco’s website with rave reviews, I knew I wanted to learn more.

Skechers Women’s Hands-Free Swift Fit Sneakers are stylish and comfortable. You don’t have to sacrifice solid support for style when it comes to these shoes! Available in either black or tan, these sneakers are perfect for everything from walking the dog to running errands in the afternoon or even jogging on the treadmill. This makes them a super versatile option to add to your shoe collection.

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Another great feature of these sneakers is how easy they are to slip on thanks to the fixed-lace design. Called Swift Fit technology, you just need to slide ’em on, and you’re out the door in seconds. Simple. No bending over or messing with shoelaces required!

Beyond being convenient and stylish to wear, though, these Skechers are super supportive and have a number of design features that make this possible, including a memory foam insole for added cushion and a Glide-Step midsole, an innovative geometric cushioning that compresses and flexes along with your foot to deliver superior support.

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Members love these Skechers sneakers, giving them an average rating of 4.5 stars on Costco.com. Reviewers appreciate the shoes for their comfy fit, arch support and stylish look.

“Comfortable and good arch support,” wrote one fan in a five-star review on Costco.com. “I’m happy with these shoes. They’re easy to wear all day without foot pain. They’ve got the right amount of arch support for me.”

“I love these shoes. This is my second pair. They stay clean. Excellent support. Worth the money. The size runs true,” said another happy Costco shopper in a five-star review on Costco’s website.

You can find these Skechers Women’s Hands-Free Swift Fit Sneakers at select Costco stores or on Costco.com. Each pair retails for $39.99. They are available in whole sizes 6–10 and half sizes 6.5–8.5

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Diamond studs have survived decades of changing jewelry trends for a reason. They’re simple enough to wear on a regular day, but they still offer enough sparkle for weddings, dinners, and other fancier occasions. If you’ve been searching for the perfect pair to upgrade your collection, JCPenney’s Natural White Diamond Stud Earrings are priced as low as $312 right now, down from $625. 

The earrings feature 3/8 carat total weight of natural white diamonds in a classic round shape. Each diamond is held in place by four prongs, leaving plenty of the stone visible so it can catch the light. They have traditional post backs, and the white and yellow gold colors are available in both 10-karat and 14-karat options, while the rose gold comes in a 10-karat gold style.

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The 10-karat white and yellow gold pairs are currently the lowest-priced options at $312, down from $625, saving you more than $300. The 14-karat white and yellow gold versions are $400, down from $1,000, which makes them the biggest percentage discount at 60% off. The rose gold is also available in 10-karat gold for $750, though that version isn’t discounted.

One shopper said the earrings are “just the right size,” while another called them “beautiful” and “very shiny and pretty.” A third shared that they’re a “great value for a sparkling addition,” attesting to how stunning they are.

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Similar diamond huggies and small hoops can easily cost several hundred dollars, especially when they’re made with solid gold, so the price on these are relatively approachable for fine jewelry. They could also make a great first pair of real diamond earrings, an everyday upgrade from cubic zirconia, or a gift that feels a little more special without getting into four-figure territory.

• 1.5-Carat Natural White Diamond Stud Earrings, $250 (were $500) at JCPenney
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The JCPenney Natural White Diamond Stud Earrings are a gorgeous jewelry staple that won’t look dated when the next trend comes along, making investing in these a super practical choice, whether you’re getting them for yourself or as a gift. Be sure to grab your favorite metal while the discounted versions are still available.

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In 1963, a live recording by a 12-year-old musical prodigy became the biggest song in America and made history in more ways than one.

“Fingertips Pt. 2” by Little Stevie Wonder wrapped up its three-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 63 years ago today, capping an astonishing breakthrough for the young Motown performer.

Wonder was only 12 years old when the performance was recorded and 13 by the time it reached No. 1, making him the youngest solo artist ever to top the Billboard Hot 100, a record he still holds.

But that wasn’t the only history Wonder made.

As “Fingertips Pt. 2” sat atop the singles chart, its parent album, The 12 Year Old Genius, reached No. 1 on the album chart. According to music historian Fred Bronson’s “Billboard Book of Number One Hits,” it marked the first time an artist had the No. 1 single and the album containing that single at No. 1 at the same time.

And remarkably, the performance that accomplished all of that nearly went off the rails.

Written by Henry Cosby and Clarence Paul, “Fingertips” had originally appeared as a studio instrumental on Wonder’s 1962 debut album The Jazz Soul of Little Stevie.

The version that became a phenomenon was something altogether different.

Wonder recorded the live performance during a Motortown Revue show at Chicago’s Regal Theater. The roughly seven-minute performance was included on Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius, but Motown founder Berry Gordy didn’t initially consider something that long suitable for a single.

The audience response convinced him otherwise. The performance was divided into two parts for release, with DJs gravitating toward the second half.

“Fingertips Pt. 2” begins with Wonder calling out to the audience before launching into a feverish combination of vocals and harmonica. But some of the recording’s most memorable moments weren’t planned at all.

Toward what appeared to be the end, Wonder slipped the melody of “Mary Had a Little Lamb” into his harmonica playing. Then he appeared to finish the performance and leave the stage.

Except he wasn’t finished.

Wonder unexpectedly returned for an encore after the musicians had begun preparing for the next performer, Mary Wells.

That created a problem.

The bassists were changing over between acts, and Joe Swift had taken over from Larry Moses, apparently believing Wonder’s portion of the show was finished. When Wonder suddenly resumed playing, Swift had to figure out what was happening in real time.

His confusion became part of the record.

“What key? What key?” he can famously be heard calling out as the musicians scramble to follow Wonder.

Rock critic Dave Marsh highlighted the wonderfully chaotic moment in “The Heart of Rock & Soul: The 1001 Greatest Singles Ever Made,” where he ranked “Fingertips Pt. 2” at No. 178 and called its conclusion probably “the truest false ending in history.”

Yet Marsh’s larger point was how effortlessly the musicians recovered: despite the confusion, the performance sounds as though everyone had been preparing for that moment their entire lives.

The accident became part of the magic.

Released in 1963, “Fingertips Pt. 2” eventually climbed all the way to No. 1, beginning its three-week reign atop the Hot 100 in August.

Wonder was 13.

The achievement was particularly remarkable considering how early he was in his recording career. Bronson notes that Wonder’s first three singles had all failed to chart. “Fingertips Pt. 2” was only his fourth single, and it took him from an exciting young Motown talent to a history-making star almost overnight.

The recording also featured several musicians whose names would become legendary in their own right. James Jamerson played bass during the performance, while Marvin Gaye, then still establishing his own career at Motown, played drums.

For Wonder, “Fingertips Pt. 2” was only the beginning. He would grow from the child billed as “Little” Stevie Wonder into one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters and musicians in popular music.

But 63 years ago today, he was still a 13-year-old whose unpredictable live performance had simultaneously conquered America’s singles and album charts.

And all these decades later, nobody younger has managed to take his place as the youngest solo artist ever to reach No. 1 on the Hot 100.

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Stockard Channing skyrocketed to fame in Grease, but the star just revealed she has barely seen the iconic film!

Channing, 82, earned acclaim for her role as tough-talking Pinky Lady Rizzo in 1978’s film version of Grease alongside Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta. Over the years, she’s navigated endless memorable film and theatrical roles ranging from The First Wives Club to Practical Magic. On TV, she made waves on The Good Wife and as Martin Sheen‘s wife, Dr. Abbey Bartlett, on the beloved series The West Wing. But we’ll always love her for her role as Rizzo. In a rare new interview with BBC Scotland, the star, who recently shared that she enjoys a reclusive life, explained that she’s only seen Grease twice!

“I’ve only seen it twice. The first time it was out, and 20 years later,” Channing shared, wearing a hat and long hair. “I admire the film because I think it was so beautifully made. It looks extraordinary; it’s really well crafted… It became such a big part of my life and other people’s lives.

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Channing recently shared that she enjoys a quiet life in London these days. She relocated across the pond to Maine in 2019, following the death of her partner, producer Dan Gillham, in 2014.

“I’m happy being a recluse,” Channing explained in a rare interview with the UK’s Sunday Times, noting that Gillham’s death was “more devastating than I realized; it had a lag effect. The pattern of my life shifted, so I shifted my life from Maine.”

She went on to say that children didn’t end up being part of the plan.

“Children were thought about and, yeah, I think about them now because it’d be great to have someone taking care of me. But hey, children can be just as selfish as everybody else out there.”

The changing tide of American politics also contributed to her departure, she noted, sharing her move “vaguely coincided with Trump getting elected and the way politics has changed in the US.”

‘People look at The West Wing and go, “ Wow, wasn’t it great when politicians had an ounce of integrity?”’ Channing added, recalling the public’s adoration for the hit NBC political series.

While Channing praised her reclusive life, it doesn’t mean she isn’t taking on exciting new challenges professionally. She’s currently making her directorial debut with a production of Krapp’s Last Tape at the Edinburgh Festival. She’ll also be participating in a bunch of events this fall for the premiere of Practical Magic 2, in which she reprises her role of Aunt Frances Owens from the original alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman.

Check out the trailer for Practical Magic 2 below:

Related: Stockard Channing, 82, Opens up About Her Reclusive Life Nearly 50 Years After ‘Grease’

Jennifer Garner is opening up about how she initially “panicked” about her career and finances following her split from ex-husband Ben Affleck.

“I panicked when I was first out of my marriage and realized I had taken such a step back in my work,” she said while chatting on Emma Grede‘s Aspire podcast this week. “And I was suddenly like, ‘Wait a minute, I have to take care of myself. I have to take care of these kids.'”

Garner married Affleck in 2005, and the pair separated in 2015. They finalized their divorce in 2018. The two share three kids together: Violet, 20, Seraphina, 17, and Samuel, 14.

In the conversation, which also included discussion about her success with organic children’s food company, Once Upon a Farm, she said she feared her acting career wouldn’t be stable enough to support her kids.

“I don’t know how long I’ll be able to work. This isn’t a career that’s like, ‘Hey, you’re 60, you’re 55, you’re 43 — come on, let’s let’s pay you more than you’ve ever made,’ she said.

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So the Five Star Weekend star says she dialed it in and “got very calculated and still” in her next steps. Ultimately, she made the decision to solely work in Los Angeles where her kids were based.

“I can’t leave these kids for six months at a time,” she said. “I love going on location. That is not this time in my career.” She says she asked herself, “‘Okay, what can we make happen? How can we do it?’ And we just got really targeted and and still about it. And Once Upon a Farm was very much a part of that play. The crazy thing is it’s working.”

Once Upon a Farm went public earlier this year at $18 a share with a $724 million evaluation, according to Forbes.

However, Garner says she still doesn’t rest on her stardom when it comes to bringing in money.

“Life is expensive, and you still have to kind of figure out how you’re going to live,” she said. “And just because you’re well-known by people does not mean that there is some great living being provided for you … it became very serious to me really quickly as someone who had never given a lot of thought to money: ‘Oh, I need to be an earner here.'”

Years later, the former couple are regularly seen on family outings together.

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Ella Langley is remembering Dolly Parton with an emotional tribute after the country music icon died at age 80.

Langley turned to her Instagram Story to share a photo of Parton and a message about the singer’s influence as an artist and as a woman in the music industry.

“Dolly, thank you for standing up for yourself as an artist, a songwriter, a musician, a producer, an author, a creative, and most importantly a woman in this industry,” Langley wrote.

Parton’s death has brought a wave of tributes from across the music world. For Langley, whose own career has reached new heights in 2026, the loss of the country legend also served as a moment to recognize the path Parton created for women and artists who wanted to follow their own voice.

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Parton died at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, surrounded by loved ones, according to a statement shared with People. Her representatives said she had faced a brief battle with cancer, though the type of cancer was not disclosed.

Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, also announced the news, sharing a video message on Instagram on behalf of the Parton and Owens family.

Langley’s message focused on the many roles Parton held throughout her life. Beyond being a singer, Parton built a career as a songwriter, musician, producer, author and creative force.

Langley thanked her for showing other artists that they could be themselves.

Country singer Ella Langley pays tribute to Dolly Parton following the legendary performer’s death. pic.twitter.com/I3nkNPR0Um

“You paved the way for so many to be brave,” Langley wrote in her Instagram Story.

The message also praised Parton for being open about who she was and for refusing to hide her personality. Langley called her “a beautiful soul” and said the world would never see another person like her.

The tribute arrives during a major year for Langley. Her hit “Choosin’ Texas” has continued to dominate the charts, while she has also been traveling across the United States on her Dandelion Tour.

The song recently reached its 19th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, tying it with Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Old Town Road” for the longest run at the top among non-holiday songs.

Parton spent decades building one of the most successful careers in country music. She was the best-selling female country music artist of all time and sold more than 160 million albums worldwide.

Her career began with her 1967 debut album, Hello, I’m Dolly. Over the years, she recorded and wrote songs that became classics, including “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.”

Parton also created the Imagination Library, which has donated hundreds of millions of books to children. Her representatives said her generosity reached countless people and described her desire to help others as a guiding force throughout her life.

Parton had recently spoken about health issues she had been facing. Just days before her death, she said she was still healing but also continued to work on the many projects she wanted to complete.

Her death came more than a year after the loss of her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, who died in March 2025.

Related: Ella Langley’s Dance to Bee Gees’ 1977 Classic Catches Fans’ Attention

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Fall puts a lot of mileage on your shoes. Between back-to-school drop-offs, weekend festivals, game days, tailgates, pumpkin patches, and errands, there are plenty of days when you’ll be walking more than you planned and spending hours on your feet once you get there. While sneakers are an obvious choice, not every outfit calls for a shoe that looks like it belongs at the gym.

That’s where a good pair of stylish slip-ons fit in. The Clarks Cloudsteppers Audreigh Star Loafers at Amazon have the cushion and support you’ll want for a full day out without the distinctly sporty look of a traditional sneaker, and right now, they’re a whopping 75% off. Though price varies by size, the shoes have dropped from $85 to as low as $21, making now a particularly good time to add a pair to your fall rotation.

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This slip-on takes the ease of a ballet flat and gives it a much sportier foundation. The upper is split into two distinct textures: smooth black panels cap the rounded toe and wrap around the heel, while the center is made from a softer textile punctuated with rows of tiny perforations. Those openings vary slightly in direction and spacing as they follow the shape of the foot, creating an almost dotted pattern across the vamp while also allowing more air to circulate. A softly curved topline and padded collar finish the opening, cushioning the top of the foot and preventing rubbing.

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Amazon shoppers called this pair “cute” and “comfortable,” emphasizing that they “do not disappoint” performance-wise. “I am on my feet all day at work, and my feet were not in pain when the day was done,” one reviewer shared.

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In 1969, Neil Diamond wrote a deeply personal track that was so evocative, Elvis Presley couldn’t resist recording his own legendary version.

When the two entertainers crossed paths via the 1969 deep cut, “And The Grass Won’t Pay No Mind,” it created one of the most unique connections between two of popular music’s biggest powerhouses.

Diamond admitted the track was written more to capture a specific feeling than to weave a standard narrative. Yet, Presley saw the magic in its spontaneous energy and put his own unmistakable spin on it.

In a quote reprinted by a Facebook fan group of the singer, Diamond reportedly said of the track, “This song was pure stream of consciousness, written more to capture a moment in time than to tell a story. I still like the way it feels to sing this song.”

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Presley recorded the song at American Studios in Memphis for the album From Memphis To Vegas/From Vegas To Memphis, released in November 1969. Ironically, the studio cancelled a scheduled Diamond recording session to accommodate the king.

However, the two didn’t cross paths. They were said to have met once, when Diamond attended Presley’s Vegas show, and he introduced him from the stage.

Diamond discussed that moment in an interview with the website Elvis.com.au. He said the King of Rock and Roll was gracious in his introduction.

“He was electric, and he was wonderful, and halfway through his show, he introduced me. I was in the audience, and he introduced me, and it’s like worshipping a god and that god is saying, ‘Oh, stand up. I like this person. World, why don’t you meet him?'” Diamond explained.

Diamond added, “My God! So I stood up, and the audience started to cheer, and they started to say, ‘Get up on stage. You know, sing together.'”

The singer continued, “No, I couldn’t possibly. It’s – and he saw I was uncomfortable with it. He said, ‘Well, he’s on holiday now, so leave him alone. Let him enjoy the show’. And they did.”

However, that doesn’t mean that Diamond didn’t wonder what could have happened if the two had formally collaborated. He explained, “You know I thought about it over the years, what would I do, what songs would we do, and it’s not a good idea to come up and sing with another performer when it’s their show and it’s their band. I do know that.”

He concluded, “And I’m glad I didn’t because I don’t think it would have been a good idea to touch that, you know, the hem of the god. He was amazing. He was warm and very generous to me, and I think it’s best left at that.”

Additionally, Presley covered Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” during his live concerts in Las Vegas in 1970. His version was notably featured in his concert documentary Elvis: That’s the Way It Is.

Diamond included “And the Grass Won’t Pay No Mind” on his 1969 album Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show. He later featured it on his live LP, Hot August Night. Though Diamond’s initial release gained traction in Australia, Mark Lindsay brought the track to a wider audience when his 1970 cover became a hit across the U.S. and Canada.

Related: 1969 Neil Diamond Classic, Written in Less Than One Hour, Remains Pop Culture’s Favorite ‘Reason to Smile’

In 1975, Dolly Parton released her hit track “Bargain Store,” and though the title tells part of the story, there’s more to it than what meets the eye (or in this case, the ear): the country classic was actually written with a double meaning. Decades later, the song is ranked among the legendary singer’s 10 greatest of all time.

In a new list published by Collider on Wednesday, Aug. 26, the track came in at No. 8. Explaining the rationale behind including it (her catalog is vast—it was, presumably, difficult to choose the Top 10), the publication wrote, “Dolly Parton could turn almost anything into a metaphor, and ‘The Bargain Store’ might be one of her greatest examples.”

Its double meaning lies inside the comparison between a woman recovering from heartbreak and an item inside a bargain store. “The emotional scars of the heartbreak have caused the woman to feel worthless while she waits for someone to willingly look beyond the scars and see her value,” the outlet further explained of the choice.

While the lyrics describe searching for a secondhand item inside of a thrift shop—”My life is like unto a bargain store / And I may have just what you’re looking for / If you don’t mind the fact that all the merchandise is used / But with a little mending, it could be as good as new“—they quickly divert to a woman yearning for genuine companionship: “Take these old, used memories from the past / And these broken dreams and plans that didn’t last / I’ll trade them for a future, I can’t use them anymore / I’ve wasted love, but I still have some more.”

Related: 1992 No. 1 Hit Ranked the Greatest Dolly Parton Cover of All Time

“This type of song could easily have fallen flat in another songwriter’s hands, but Parton again displays her greatest strength. That strength was her ability to take ordinary objects and situations and find something deeply human inside them. The song demonstrates the sophistication behind Dolly Parton’s songwriting and emotional intelligence, which is why this song makes the list,” Collider added.

The “9 to 5” songstress’ album of the same name, The Bargain Store, included such offerings as “Kentucky Gambler,” “On My Mind Again,” “When I’m Gone,” “I Want to Be What You Need,” “Love to Remember,” and more.

Fifty-one years later, the tune remains a timeless country anthem. At the time of writing, “The Bargain Store” had been streamed over 12 million times on Spotify and racked up 461K YouTube views.

News of Dolly Parton’s death at 80 was revealed on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

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